I have never enjoyed scavenger hunts. I like foot races (even though I have actually never won a single one), and the idea of treasure. But the combination leaves me cold. I mention this only because shopping for my Roasted Asparagus with Fresh Fava Beans and Morels was a downright quest.

Conical in shape and deliciously earthy in flavor, morel mushrooms have a spongelike texture that makes them especially great at soaking up flavor (think pasta sauces, gratins, and sautés). But that same sponginess also makes them good at trapping grit. Whether you’re using fresh or dried morels, be sure to give them a thorough rinse.... View Article